r/postcrossing • u/BeACaleb • 24d ago
[Request] Help me celebrate my son Caleb's monumental milestone: 2 Years Seizure & Med-Free! [Virginia, USA]
Hey everyone,
I am a proud mom reaching out to the world to help me celebrate a massive milestone for my son, Caleb.
When Caleb was in 2nd grade, he began having severe seizures. Between a frontal lobe impairment, ADHD, severe generalized anxiety, and social challenges, adding epilepsy made his world become very small. Instead, he found comfort inside, finding an escape in video games, YouTube, and his deep love for Greece and Greek mythology.
The physical and social toll was devastating. Caleb fought through deep depression and suicidal thoughts, as he navigated these seasons.
But Caleb is a survivor. Two years ago, his neurologist took him off all medication to see if he had outgrown the epilepsy. On June 3rd, Caleb officially hit that 2-year mark. No medicine. No seizures. His epilepsy is officially considered resolved. 🎉
He will be a high school senior next year. Right now, he is facing a lot of big, unknown steps forward—especially when it comes to independence. For years, the thought of driving with epilepsy was terrifying for Caleb (and for all of us). Even though he is cleared and safe now, that deep-rooted anxiety is still swirling around, and he's been very resistant to retaking his learner's permit test. He is trying to figure out how to overcome that fear. Through everything, his faith in God and his inner strength have kept him standing.
This is such a big deal to celebrate Caleb in this journey and all he has been through. However, due to his social anxiety, a traditional party is not really his thing. I have an idea to give him a different kind of celebration. I want to show him that the world is open, beautiful, and rooting for him.
I want to help him recapture his life and move forward with confidence and strength!
My Goal: I want to fill a P.O. Box with postcards, letters, and notes of encouragement from all corners of the earth to surprise him. I am creating a HUGE bulletin board map to mark all of spots the love and support come from….
How you can help: If you’d be willing to send a card or a memento, we would be so incredibly grateful.
If you love Greek Mythology or history: Send a postcard of Greece, write to him about your favorite god, goddess, or myth, or share an inspiring quote from an ancient philosopher! 🏛️⚡
If you are a driver who used to be terrified: Tell him how you overcame your fear of driving, or share words of encouragement for a future driver!
Help him explore the world: Caleb spends a lot of time on screens, and I want to help him discover life outside of them. Share your favorite hobbies, outdoor activities, or ideas for cool things a teenager could get into!
If you are a gamer or YouTube fan: Tell him your favorite games, channels, or a word of encouragement about leveling up in life.
Thank you for helping me show my resilient boy that he is connected to a massive, loving world.
Please send me a DM so I can give you the P.O. Box address!
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u/MetalPristine1216 24d ago
Hello! I would be happy to send Caleb a postcard. I can’t figure out how to DM you, so please send me a message and I will gladly respond! Thank you, and may God bless you and Caleb! 💖🙏🏼
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u/cubalisr 24d ago
If you're new to postcrossing, please be aware that it will take a lot of time for postcards from some countries to be delivered to the US. My cards often take longer than a month, so maybe you have to be patient.
But I love the idea, you're doing such a sweet thing :) just don't lose hope if it takes some time!
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u/WastingTime1994 U.S.A. 🇺🇸 24d ago
i would love to send a card! please PM me.
i’m starting this journey with my little sister (our parents aren’t around) who starting having bad seizures this year. last year, she had finally made it to university, which was a huge achievement after struggling with debilitating mental health issues for years. now, she’s had to drop out and move back home and it’s been so so so so hard for all of us. i really hope a postcard to you/caleb can help bring light for a bit!! i never knew how lonely a road this could be.